Julpost Posted February 1, 2008 Share Posted February 1, 2008 My 3 yo keeps taking out her toothbrush and playing with it, I find it everywhere....the floor in the hallway, in the bathtub...it's just nasty! But I can't get to the store today so get a new one. Any ideas on how to sanitize it? Maybe boil it?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sue G in PA Posted February 1, 2008 Share Posted February 1, 2008 I don't know if Peroxide sanitized but it works for wounds, so why not toothbruses?:) Other than that, just use some antibacterial soap and work in with your fingers and rinse VERY WELL! FWIW, my 4yo and 2yo carry their toothbrushes around with them, too. I always just used soap to clean the bristles and rinsed well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DIY-DY Posted February 1, 2008 Share Posted February 1, 2008 My 3 yo keeps taking out her toothbrush and playing with it, I find it everywhere....the floor in the hallway, in the bathtub...it's just nasty! But I can't get to the store today so get a new one. Any ideas on how to sanitize it? Maybe boil it?? You could also soak it in rubbing alcohol, or perhaps hydrogen peroxide for a few minutes. I'm usually comfortable w/ the dishwasher route, though. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suzanne in ABQ Posted February 1, 2008 Share Posted February 1, 2008 Run it through the dishwasher if you're worried about germs. I'd do the soap thing to clean it, like Sue suggested. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jann in TX Posted February 1, 2008 Share Posted February 1, 2008 I'd rinse it off (wash off any noticeable dirt first) and soak it in mouthwash--then I'd keep her toothbrush in an out-of-reach area until she gets the idea that it is only for tooth brushing times. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandy in Indy Posted February 1, 2008 Share Posted February 1, 2008 Rinse well, soak in peroxide and place on a very high shelf. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snickerdoodle Posted February 1, 2008 Share Posted February 1, 2008 Buy a new one. Keep it well hidden. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
two2homeschool Posted February 1, 2008 Share Posted February 1, 2008 Run it through the dishwasher. It will kill everything. That is what we do around here on a regular basis when everyone is sick-helps get everyone from passing it on if they mistakenly use the "sick" person's brush. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Julpost Posted February 1, 2008 Author Share Posted February 1, 2008 I happened to find some articles online about how gross our toothbrushes get, if they sit out on the counter in the bathroom and ideas on how to keep them clean. I learned quite a bit. I had to share.... http://media.www.californiaaggie.com/media/storage/paper981/news/2003/11/05/Features/Flushing.Out.The.Mouth-1315714.shtml http://www.buzzle.com/editorials/5-2-2006-95015.asp Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KristineIN Posted February 1, 2008 Share Posted February 1, 2008 I run ours through the dishwasher on a pretty regular basis. Kristine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted February 1, 2008 Share Posted February 1, 2008 I run ours through the dishwasher on a pretty regular basis. Kristine Ditto on the dishwasher. This my dd6's job on our main bathroom cleaning day. We also put one of those plastic caps on the toothbrush head to keep germs from the air from getting on the toothbrush head to begin with (or if one of the kids knocks it on to the floor). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Lorna Posted February 1, 2008 Share Posted February 1, 2008 How about those tablets for cleaning dentures? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snickerdoodle Posted February 1, 2008 Share Posted February 1, 2008 I wouldn't recommend boiling plastics to sterilize them. Just google "boiling plastics" if you're interested. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Only me Posted February 1, 2008 Share Posted February 1, 2008 My sil puts all of the toothbrushes in the dishwasher every day like silverware. They each have 2 or 3 toothbrushes so they always have a clean one. I don't do that but on occasion I will dunk them in hydrogen peroxide. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karen sn Posted February 1, 2008 Share Posted February 1, 2008 Peroxide sounds good. I use vinegar if I'm really worried. Our mouths are pretty filthy already - so I wouldn't stress. Don't use antibacterial soap on ANYTHING!!!!!!! Research the dangers of triclosan. They now make antbacterial tooth paste!!!!!!!! Scarry....... You DO NOT want triclosan in your mouth. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Excelsior! Academy Posted February 1, 2008 Share Posted February 1, 2008 I would just buy cheap ones until this stage is over. 5 or 6 to a package at the Dollar Tree. Not the best brand, but new and clean. We resorted to this after catching our littlest scrubbing the toilet with hers. No amount of sanitation could've removed that memory! :eek: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcconnellboys Posted February 2, 2008 Share Posted February 2, 2008 Soak in water with a couple of drops of bleach, then rinse in ultra hot water very thoroughly. Regena Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nancypants Posted February 2, 2008 Share Posted February 2, 2008 We throw them in the dishwasher. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nestof3 Posted February 2, 2008 Share Posted February 2, 2008 Peroxide would work. I run mine about weekly through our dishwasher too along with the toothbrush holder. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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